Israel Adesanya and Kelvin Gastelum are set to be inducted into the UFC Hall of Fame in 2025 due to their memorable fight at UFC 236, held on April 13, 2019. Adesanya won the interim middleweight title after a five-round battle, marking a significant milestone in his career. Gastelum, a former winner of The Ultimate Fighter, has experienced ups and downs in the octagon, including weight issues. Both fighters continue to compete actively in the UFC, showcasing their enduring relevance in mixed martial arts.
Neither man has even finished their fighting careers, but Israel Adesanya and Kelvin Gastelum are headed to the UFC Hall of Fame.
The 2019 middleweight fight went the full five rounds, and resulted in Adesanya winning gold for the first time in his UFC career.
Gastelum's UFC career has been a bit of a roller coaster, with well documented weight struggles forcing him back to 185lbs after a stint at welterweight.
Both men remain active in the UFC ranks, with Israel Adesanya falling to Nassourdine Imavov at UFC Saudi Arabia earlier this month.
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